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Events & Festivals in Charleston SC

Charleston is a city that loves throwing fantastic events & festivals. If you’re looking for things to do in Charleston, check out what Charleston SC events are taking place today, tomorrow or this weekend by viewing our robust calendar of events below. If you’re not looking for events checkout our Charleston Attractions & Tours page

Featured Events

May 25 all-day Charleston Music Hall
Sometimes it feels like you hear a Bright Eyes song with your whole body. From Conor Oberst’s early recordings in an Omaha basement in 1995 all the way up to 2020, Bright Eyes’ music tries[...]
Mar 16 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Redux Contemporary Art Center
Redux Open Studios, come visit the studio artists at Redux and enjoy Lumpia’s Food Truck provides the eats and DJ Nor-way provides the beats. Mingle with Redux studio artists and check out their work. Meet[...]
Mar 31 @ 7:00 pm – Apr 1 @ 11:00 pm The Refinery
The 3rd Annual Drifter Fest: Bert Griggs Memorial Jam will be held on Friday, March 31st and Saturday, April 1st from 7-11pm at the Refinery Amphitheater in Downtown Charleston. Headliners for the live music event[...]
May 21 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm The Porter Room at Holy City Brewing
One of the most popular fundraising events of the year, the 15th annual Chef’s Potluck takes place at the beautiful, marsh-side Porter Room at Holy City Brewery in North Charleston. More than 15 participating local[...]
Jun 23 @ 4:00 pm SC Society Hall
The Vienna Light Orchestra pays tribute to BROADWAY favorites Mary Poppins, Man of La Mancha, Phantom of the Opera, Fiddler On The Roof, West Side Story, Anastasia and to the powerful music of…THE GREATEST SHOWMAN![...]
Aug 19 @ 7:00 pm Christ Episcopal Church
A concert of Vivaldi’s incomparable “Gloria” and Handel’s beautiful “Ode for the Birthday of Queen Anne”? There’s only one word for it – Brilliant! Joined by the new VR Chamber Ensemble, Vox Regis is excited[...]
Aug 20 @ 2:00 pm Old St. Andrew's Parrish
A concert of Vivaldi’s incomparable “Gloria” and Handel’s beautiful “Ode for the Birthday of Queen Anne”? There’s only one word for it – Brilliant! Joined by the new VR Chamber Ensemble, Vox Regis is excited[...]
Sep 29 @ 7:00 pm Robert Lange Studios
Immerse yourself in a world of music, poetry, and inspiration (+FREE BEVERAGES!) with some of Charleston’s most talented LOCAL artists. This in-person event is a fantastic opportunity to connect with creatives and art enthusiasts who[...]
Oct 6 @ 6:00 pm New Realm Brewing
Randall Fowler at New Realm Brewing | All Ages! Join us for an exciting evening of live music with Randall Fowler at New Realm Brewing! $20.00 PRESALE | $25.00 DAY OF $50.00 VIP MEET N’[...]
Dec 16 all-day The CODfather, Proper Fish & Chips
Join us Saturday, December 16th from 11am to 5pm for our 6th Annual Christmas Market & Celebration. A fun filled day of holiday cheer for all ages from 11am to 5pm. Santa will be there[...]
Jan 20 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm New Realm Brewing
Flatspell at New Realm Brewing Co. Tickets | $15 Day of | $20 VIP | $50 Doors | 6PM Opener | 7PM Show | 8PM Address | 880 Island Park Dr. Charleston, SC 29492 About[...]
Mar 2 @ 12:00 pm New Realm Brewing
Fire & Funk: A Funky BBQ Join us for a groovy evening filled with smokin’ hot BBQ and funky beats! Get ready to indulge in a finger-lickin’ feast while grooving to the rhythm of live[...]
Mar 16 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm The Historic Circular Church
World renowned theatrical orchestra & vocalists, over 2,000 glowing candles under a glowing moon & one of Charleston’s most elegant and historic venues…makes this LIVE Music Experience one of the city’s most immersive and stunning[...]
Mar 16 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm The Historic Circular Church
World renowned theatrical orchestra & vocalists, over 2,000 glowing candles under a glowing moon & one of Charleston’s most elegant and historic venues…makes this LIVE Music Experience one of the city’s most immersive and stunning[...]
Mar 16 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm The Historic Circular Church
World renowned theatrical orchestra & vocalists, over 2,000 glowing candles under a glowing moon & one of Charleston’s most elegant and historic venues…makes this LIVE Music Experience one of the city’s most immersive and stunning[...]
Mar 21 all-day Class of 1969 Auditorium in Capers Hall, The Citadel
LEAH SUÁREZ: A CELEBRATION OF WOMEN IN JAZZ Thursday, March 21, 2024 6:30 pm show, doors open at 6:00 pm 90 minutes, one set only Class of 1969 Auditorium in Capers Hall, The Citadel Reception[...]
Apr 13 @ 4:00 pm Circular Congregational Church
An immersive tribute to Hans Zimmer, John Williams, Andrew Lloyd Webber and many more. World renowned theatrical orchestra & vocalists, over 2,000 candles under a glowing moon & one of Charleston’s most elegant and historic[...]
Apr 13 @ 6:00 pm Circular Congregational Church
An immersive tribute to Hans Zimmer, John Williams, Andrew Lloyd Webber and many more. World renowned theatrical orchestra & vocalists, over 2,000 candles under a glowing moon & one of Charleston’s most elegant and historic[...]
Apr 13 @ 8:00 pm Circular Congregational Church
An immersive tribute to Hans Zimmer, John Williams, Andrew Lloyd Webber and many more. World renowned theatrical orchestra & vocalists, over 2,000 candles under a glowing moon & one of Charleston’s most elegant and historic[...]
Apr 20 @ 4:00 pm Circular Congregational Church
An immersive tribute to Hans Zimmer, John Williams, Andrew Lloyd Webber and many more. World renowned theatrical orchestra & vocalists, over 2,000 candles under a glowing moon & one of Charleston’s most elegant and historic[...]
Apr 20 @ 6:00 pm Circular Congregational Church
An immersive tribute to Hans Zimmer, John Williams, Andrew Lloyd Webber and many more. World renowned theatrical orchestra & vocalists, over 2,000 candles under a glowing moon & one of Charleston’s most elegant and historic[...]
Apr 20 @ 8:00 pm Circular Congregational Church
An immersive tribute to Hans Zimmer, John Williams, Andrew Lloyd Webber and many more. World renowned theatrical orchestra & vocalists, over 2,000 candles under a glowing moon & one of Charleston’s most elegant and historic[...]
May 18 @ 4:00 pm Circular Congregational Church
An immersive tribute to Hans Zimmer, John Williams, Andrew Lloyd Webber and many more. World renowned theatrical orchestra & vocalists, over 2,000 candles under a glowing moon & one of Charleston’s most elegant and historic[...]
May 18 @ 6:00 pm Circular Congregational Church
An immersive tribute to Hans Zimmer, John Williams, Andrew Lloyd Webber and many more. World renowned theatrical orchestra & vocalists, over 2,000 candles under a glowing moon & one of Charleston’s most elegant and historic[...]
May 18 @ 8:00 pm Circular Congregational Church
An immersive tribute to Hans Zimmer, John Williams, Andrew Lloyd Webber and many more. World renowned theatrical orchestra & vocalists, over 2,000 candles under a glowing moon & one of Charleston’s most elegant and historic[...]
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